Timothy Cheruiyot

Middle-distance runner, World Champion

Timothy Cheruiyot - Middle-distance runner, World Champion
Born

November 20th, 1995
29 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Kenya

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A distinguished middle-distance runner, specialized in the 1500 meters. Won multiple titles at the World Athletics Championships, securing gold medals in 2015, 2017, and 2019. Set numerous personal and national records during competitive events. Competed in the Olympic Games, representing the country in Tokyo 2020. Renowned for speed and tactical racing strategies.

Won gold at the World Athletics Championships (2015, 2017, 2019)

Represented Kenya at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics

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